Straightening teeth using orthodontics is one of the best ways to create a healthier smile overall. Wearing Invisalign® clear aligners can give you an aligned bite that can keep teeth healthy and strong. Crooked teeth are way harder to brush and floss thoroughly, making them easy targets for tooth decay, cavities, gingivitis and periodontal disease. Maintaining a strong oral hygiene... read more »
One question we hear from patients undergoing orthodontics is, "Can I swim with Invisalign® and can I continue to play watersports during my orthodontic treatment?" Whether you enjoy outdoor pool time during the warmer months or work out in indoor pools during the fall and winter, the question remains, can you safely swim while wearing your aligners and will chlorine... read more »
October is National Orthodontic Health Month and it's also Halloween with all of its spooky goodness! If you are considering orthodontic treatment, you're in for an extra treat if you choose Invisalign® over braces! That's because you can take your aligners out to eat whatever candy you like (not just the soft ones that can only be eaten when wearing... read more »
When it comes to straightening your teeth, there are alternatives to braces that can do the job much more discreetly and minimally invasively. At Igel Orthodontics located in Omaha, Nebraska, we invite you to check out why we prefer using Invisalign® to help you achieve the aligned smile you desire. Barely visible: While clear orthodontic brackets are less visible today... read more »
Straightening your teeth for a beautiful, healthy smile has never been easier, especially if you are looking for a more discreet method of getting orthodontic treatment done. Thanks to our skilled orthodontic team, you can have your teeth aligned without people even noticing by using a virtually invisible teeth-straightening system known as Invisalign®. By scheduling a consultation with our orthodontist,... read more »
Congratulations, you've successfully undergone your orthodontic treatment with Invisalign® to straighten your pearly whites! Now that your teeth are aligned, you want to make sure they stay that way. You'll need to wear a retainer at night, that gently keeps your teeth in their new position. Without it, your teeth will gradually shift back to where they were before you... read more »
When you wear Invisalign® aligners to straighten your teeth, you may start to see results within the first few weeks, which can be encouraging! However, bear in mind that the average treatment time with the Invisalign system is from 12 to 18 months. To successfully complete your treatment with this orthodontic system takes self-discipline on your part. If you don't... read more »
When wearing braces, you want to treat them carefully so they can do their job without damaging the wires or brackets by the things you eat. That's why we give our braces-wearing patients a list of what is safe to consume and what is not. When you first get your braces, it takes about a week before you can eat... read more »
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